Rebirth of the Wife in Despair

Chapter 168 A Bank Card

Eileen was in her room, secretly sketching. She had to do it covertly as her father

disapproved. She locked the door to ensure her privacy.

After half an hour of drawing, a sudden knock on the door startled Eileen. She quickly put away her sketchbook and went to answer it.

Seeing the person outside, Eileen asked coldly, “What do you want?”

Eric told her, “Come down for dinner.”

Eileen replied. “Got it, I’ll change my clothes and come down.”

Just as she was about to close the door, something blocked it. Eileen saw a foot wedged in the door

gap. “What are you trying to do?” she asked.

“Won’t you invite me in?” he asked with a smirk.

“You’re crazy. It’s time for dinner. Why would you want to come in?”

Seeing his intense gaze. Eileen felt uneasy but reluctantly said, “Fine, do as you wish.”

Releasing her grip on the doorknob, she turned around and went to the wardrobe. Taking our her usual cashmere long skirt, she put it on along with leggings since the house was heated. It wouldn’t be too cold. She walked into the bathroom to change. She didn’t forget to tie her long hair into a bun with a ha

tie, letting a few strands fall around her ears.

Eric sat at his desk, tapping his leg rhythmically. There was a workbook on his lap, and he was flipping through it, page by page.

Seeing him so engrossed, she secretly rolled her eyes. She couldn’t understand what was so interesting about it, thinking he was just pretending.

Today, Eric wore a light-colored sweater, exuding a mature aura. His well-defined facial features were cold and stern, with a touch of masculinity. His eyes were like deep black holes. hiding countless secrets.

People like him were skilled at concealing their hypocrisy and desires.

In the capital circle, Eileen had attended gatherings before and met handsome men, including professional models and somewhat famous actors.

Compared to them, Eric was not outstanding, but he had a unique temperament.

one locked

tell that

many others. In his presence, people unconsciously felt inferior.

presence could send shivers down one’s spine.

being such a person, he remained calm and composed, handling everything

many women knew Eric was not a good man and was extremely dangerous,

one

life found it

into trouble, Eileen rarely saw many women around him, except for Lilian, whom she had encountered last

Lilian should be his first

Lilian was already dead. He must know about

if he was upset now that his girlfriend of one

Eric was ruthless, never allowing anything to disturb

earrings in her hand. He wondered what she was daydreaming about. Suddenly, Eileen’s fingers loosened, and the earrings fell to her

she said as she reached for the earrings, but instead of

in place, not daring

seem so engrossed.” Eric stood beside her, his tall figure shielding her from the

“It’s nothing.”

“The other one…”

need, I can do it

as she quickly appeared at the door. “Eric, you’re so slow! I’m already done.

eat!”

curiously looked around.

guys go ahead. I’m almost ready. I just need

pair of flat Blake cashmere shoes. They were warm

had already sat on the couch in the hall. Several monetary gift envelopes were placed on the tea table.

of the New Year, Eileen had to greet

have many rules when facing Eric, but he was strict with

As for Vera…

adopted by Will but was still part of the family. Therefore, she wasn’t obligated to follow the Swan

you good health and

over a thick envelope.

hands. The weight inside indicated there was at

she received Will’s monetary gift, Eric took out another envelope from his suit

Eric, it’s not easy

Vera

at Vera.

and said, “Accept it. Eric is

to take the envelope, but Eric didn’t release his grip on

her eyebrows slightly. “May you